Mr. Shipley, I have zero regrets about advancing smart, effective gun policy.
I've heard loudly and clearly from Canadians that it's important that we continue putting in place the types of policies that will protect communities from assault-style firearms. This is not abstract, and you know this, Mr. Shipley, because you and I have spoken about this.
Those assault-style firearms have visited upon communities in Nova Scotia and Quebec and elsewhere the most indescribably difficult consequences and losses and tragedies. That is why the Mass Casualty Commission called on the government to strengthen our gun laws when it comes to assault-style firearms. That is why I'm prepared to work with you and every other party and parliamentarian so that we can protect Canadians. That is the opportunity and the responsibility we have now.
Mr. Shipley, I hope we can do that work together.